City Empires is a free web-based city/empire simulation Mass
Multiplayer Online Game (MMO) where players act as mayor of their own growing
city. After a major world conflict, fought years before, that saw much of the
world left in ruins and few people left standing, you have been chosen by the
few people that have gathered around you to lead them into a stable and
prosperous future.

All buildings have been destroyed and you no longer
have services like water, electricity, health, or fire that you once took for
granted. There is no longer an education system. All major forms of trade no
longer have means to support them, as your highways, railways, seaports and
airports have all been battered and without maintenance for decades. Most
serious of all, without a police force or military support, the security of your
people is entirely in yours hands.

Now it is up to you to start, with
what few resources you have, to build your city into a successful representation
of what you feel life should be like. You will rebuild your infrastructure and
regain access to common utilities and services. You will form your police force
and assemble a military. Finally, you will educate your people and reopen trade
to other developing cities and countries across the planet.

As you
continue to grow and prosper you will invest in improvements to your city to
generate higher incomes, renew your environment and please your people. Cities
in the upper levels of society will develop local wonders to further these
benefits.

Your task, as mayor of your city, is to maintain operations
on a day-to-day basis. By taxing your citizens you earn money for your city that
can be spent on growth, projects and other requirements. Be careful though, as
the highest tax rate isn't necessarily going to earn you the most money each
day. Your citizens will not enjoy high taxes, nor will they stand for a lack of
services. It is your duty to ensure your citizens are kept happy, well supplied
and secure.

Building your city

You're
just been appointed mayor of your city and you have a small amount of money you
will use to begin building your city. Many mayors make initial purchases that
ruin the progress of their city, so we'll give you a hint to get started off on
the right foot.

When starting your city you need to remember that
infrastructure are your blocks with which to build. More infrastructure levels
mean more people, and having more people translates into more money for your
city. As your population grows, however, you will need to supply your citizens
with adequate services and protection.

When starting your city it is
advisable to make the following initial purchases while viewing your city
inbetween each purchase to make sure basic vital requirements are met

After you create your city you will have the
option of joining or creating a country. Countries offer cities the chance to
operate together under one flag. Countries are lead by Capital Cities, who then
have the option to appoint Assistant Cities to help with duties. When joining a
country it is always wise to do some research. Be sure the country you join is a
good fit for you, because on this planet not everyone is alike. Some countries
favor battle, while others may favor diplomacy. Some may play for fun and some
may play for domination. The choice is yours. Should you choose to create your
own country, the option is available to you, however an in-game fee is
applicable to all newly created countries.

Wars

Wars are common on our planet. After creating
your city, you will begin designing your military force in an effort to protect
your citizens. Choosing between everything from soldiers, to missiles, spies,
anti-aircraft weapons, tanks, jets, helicopters and most powerful of all,
nuclear warheads can be a tough choice. Remember that your people want to feel
safe. Since all military purchases benefit your city in different ways, make
sure you choose your defenses carefully. An additional aspect of military battle
is in naval warfare. Mayors can purchase naval bases that further allow the
purchase of naval forces including submarines, aircraft carriers and other
equipment used in naval battles.